Dental Assistant

Job Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly contribute to delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining a smooth clinical environment. In this vital role, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient interactions, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and clinical efficiency. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming atmosphere for patients while upholding all safety and confidentiality policies. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting dedicated to improving oral health.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments, setting up necessary supplies, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly according to dental sterilization procedures and infection prevention management standards.
• Assist dentists during a variety of procedures including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, providing chairside support with dental instruments and medical imaging tools such as X-ray machines and 3D scanners.
• Take dental X-rays while adhering to dental x-ray safety protocols and maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
• Manage patient records accurately using patient management software Dentrix, ensuring all medical documentation is complete, up-to-date, and compliant with HIPAA regulations.
• Monitor vital signs of patients when necessary, assist with patient management by providing clear instructions, and ensure their comfort throughout treatment.
• Support the dental reception process by greeting patients, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and managing medical records efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment by following infection control protocols and aseptic techniques to prevent healthcare-associated infections.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic environment with knowledge of dental terminology and clinical procedures.
• Proficiency in Dentrix for managing patient records and documentation.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention management, dental sterilization procedures, and healthcare infection control practices.
• Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, intraoral cameras, 3D scanners, CBCT and other clinical tools safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of anatomy relevant to dentistry along with medical terminology related to oral health conditions.
• Excellent communication skills for patient care coordination and collaboration with the dental team.
• Certification in Dental Assisting preferred; additional certifications in radiography or infection control are required.
• Commitment to maintaining clinical confidentiality policies in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Join us in making a difference through compassionate care and technical excellence! This paid position offers valuable opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment committed to your success in the field of dentistry.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 24.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person